Akshay JugdharI work as the Creative Director for a gaming company. With 12 years of digital painting experience, I specialise in children's book illustration, concept art, 2D art, game art and sketching. I aspire to touch the lives of young readers around the gloe with my art and storybooks. I believe that if children are cared for from an early age, they, like trees, will grow stronger.A decade ago, a friend approached me to help him with a book he was writing for his son, which sparked my interest in creating artwork for children's books. It quickly grew on me, and I became emotionally invested in creating such works of art. Children's books, storybooks, activity books, colouring books, reading aid books, and picture books, I believe, play a vital part in a child's general development in the early years, especially in this age of screens, where all devices compete for their attention. I want to be at the epicentre of this transformation. Integrity, respect for elders, responsible attitude, learning nature, self-love and acceptance, empathy, loyalty, courage to achieve their ambitions, and selfless nature are some of the essential human characteristics I want to instil in children. Coincidentally, my first book, "Power of Words," taught young readers about the impact of their words on others.I want to work on at least 100 children's books in my lifetime. To accomplish this, I've developed a solid SOP that allows me to generate beautiful books based on the writers' vision. I toil hard to bring his vision to reality with the utmost care and attention to detail. A well-drawn and well-written book, in my opinion, is a timeless work of art with the capacity to affect the lives of its readers.Digital painting is a tool of my choice. It allows me to create my art carefree, focus on storytelling and make it engaging. My concept work, game art, and sketches all represent this storytelling. A story is the soul of any piece of art, regardless of its medium.I was born to tell stories.My life has taken the form of a line, shaped by experience, coloured by dreams, and framed by vision. I never go where everyone else goes. I seek new grounds and empty spaces for my work. I never stand still; I always focus on the future and technology, not letting myself get forgotten in a moment of history. My ambition is to use my drawings to create a positive impact on society. I want to make a difference in people's lives, mould their childhoods, sow the seeds of design and art, and open doors to a creative lifestyle. The world we knew decades ago is undergoing rapid change, demanding the need to keep ahead of the competition.The world is evolving, and I am as well. And all I need now is a chance to create! Create children's books. Read More Read Less